Helbling will thus leave EV Zug after two straight seasons. In a total of 65 games with the Bulls so far, the 36-year-old defenseman has managed to record five goals and 20 assists.

As for Denis Hollenstein, the 28-year-old forward makes use of an out-clause in his contract, which would have been valid until 2020, and will leave his youth team at the end of this term. He has signed a five-year deal with the ZSC Lions through to the 2022-23 season.

On another note, EHC Kloten announces that the club's leadership is currently busy planning the 2018-19 season. They are in talks with several of their own players as well as players from other teams. Moreover, they are still looking to sign an import forward for the ongoing season.